Legal Services of Eastern Missouri
Jamie Rodriguez is an experienced attorney specializing in health and welfare programs, currently serving as the Managing Attorney at Legal Services of Eastern Missouri since February 2014. In this role, Jamie supervises three teams focused on enhancing access to healthcare and engages in impactful litigation at both federal and state levels. Previously, Jamie held director and staff attorney positions within the Public Benefits Program, providing direct legal representation and administrative advocacy. With a background that includes a fellowship addressing legal needs post the Joplin tornado and various roles in domestic violence legal assistance, Jamie has developed a comprehensive skill set in legal representation, advocacy, and leadership. Education includes a Juris Doctor from Saint Louis University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Washington University in St. Louis.
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri advances justice through legal representation, education and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives, promote fairness and create opportunities for those in need. With offices in St. Louis, Clayton, Union and Hannibal, Legal Services serves 21 counties in eastern Missouri with a range of legal programs including: Advocates for Family Health, Children's Legal Alliance, Community Economic Development Program, Connecting Kids to Coverage, Consumer Law Program, Education Justice Program, Elder Law Program, Family Court Program, Housing Law Program, Immigration Law Program, Lasting Solutions Family Law Program, Legal Advocates for Adults with Mental Illness Program, Marketplace Assistance Program, Medical-Legal Partnership, Public Benefits Program and the Youth & Family Advocacy Program. In 2016, Legal Services helped more than 31,000 Missourians, with over 12,000 helped through direct case work and an additional 19,000 helped through outreach, education, publications and referrals. 15,791 volunteer hours were provided by more than 520 individuals. Legal Services of Eastern Missouri is proud to be a Legal Services Corporation (LSC) grantee, and we comply with all LSC conditions and prohibitions in acceptance of all funds.